Product classification
HS code for Shotgun barrel: 9305.20
Firearms, parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303.
Classification of shotgun barrel under HS 9305.20
Shotgun barrels are classified under HS code 9305.20. This classification follows the rules for parts and accessories within the Harmonized System. Heading 9305 is specifically dedicated to parts and accessories of articles falling under headings 9301 to 9304. Since shotguns are classified under heading 9303, their dedicated components are classified under 9305. Subheading 9305.20 specifically covers parts and accessories of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303. A barrel is considered an essential part of the firearm, as it is the component through which the projectile is discharged. Under the Section XVI and Chapter 93 notes, parts that are suitable for use solely or principally with a particular kind of firearm are classified with those firearms in heading 9305. The barrel must be finished or have the essential character of a finished part to be classified here.
- Covers
- Smooth-bore shotgun barrels
- Rifled shotgun barrels (for slugs)
- Replacement barrels for 12-gauge shotguns
- Ventilated rib shotgun barrels
- Shortened tactical shotgun barrels
- Interchangeable shotgun barrels
- Also under 9305.20
- Magpul rifle stocks
- Leupold rifle scopes
- Remington shotgun barrels
- AICS magazines
- Vortex Optics scopes
Codes often confused with 9305.20
Common mistake. Shotgun barrels are often misclassified under 7304.90, which covers tubes and pipes of iron or steel. However, because the barrel is an identifiable part of a firearm, Chapter 93 notes take precedence over Chapter 73. Another error is attempting to classify the barrel under 9303.20 (the code for the complete firearm). Unless the barrel is imported as part of a complete or substantially complete firearm kit, it must be classified as a part under 9305.20. Confusion also arises with 9305.99 for other parts, but 9305.20 is more specific for shotgun components.
Top exporters and importers of HS 930520 (the code used for shotgun barrel), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 930520 (the code used for shotgun barrel) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 49% of world imports. Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 930520, not only shotgun barrel.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $104M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $69M 12% of world exports
- 3 Italy $63M 11% of world exports
Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $557M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $319M 49% of world imports
- 2 Germany $47M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $30M 4.7% of world imports
The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $645M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for shotgun barrel
Brazil classifies shotgun barrel under NCM 9305.20.00: HS 9305.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shotgun barrel
What is the HS code for Shotgun barrel?
The HS code for Shotgun barrel is 930520 (Firearms; parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303). The HS code for a shotgun barrel is 9305.20, as it is a part of a shotgun classified under heading 9303.
How do I classify Shotgun barrel for customs?
Shotgun barrel is classified under HS code 930520 — Firearms; parts and accessories, of shotguns or rifles of heading 9303. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are rifled barrels for shotguns classified differently?
No, even if the barrel is rifled for use with slugs, if it is designed for a shotgun, it remains under 9305.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of shotgun barrel (HS 930520)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 930520 (the code used for shotgun barrel) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($104M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($69M) and Italy ($63M). World exports came to about $557M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Türkiye reports $4.0B of its chapter 93 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of shotgun barrel (HS 930520)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 930520 (the code used for shotgun barrel) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($319M, 49% of world imports), Germany ($47M) and Portugal ($30M). World imports came to about $645M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Kingdom reports $1.2B of its chapter 93 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Shotgun barrel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 930520 for Shotgun barrel is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for shotgun barrel in Brazil?
In Brazil, shotgun barrel (HS 930520) is classified under NCM 9305.20.00.